We at Guymon Community Theatre are deeply honored and thrilled to be recognized as Guymon’s November Business of the Month! Since our founding as a non-profit organization in 1979, our mission has been simple yet passionate: to bring the joy of theatre and the arts to our wonderful community. Our roots, however, run even deeper into Guymon's history. The historic building we call home originally opened its doors back in 1928 as a movie theater known as the American Theater. Decades later, in 1979, our stage came alive with our very first production as Guymon Community Theatre was Dracula Baby, directed by Kristy Patterson. Over the past 47 years, we have proudly put on 141 performances that generations of community members have loved and cherished, including recent favorites like Wonka, Beauty and the Beast, and Newsies.
At Guymon Community Theatre, we offer live theatre experiences for people of all ages. Whether you are performing on stage as a cast member, running lights and sound as part of our technical crew, or managing the magic from backstage, there is a place for everyone in our productions. Our organization is entirely volunteer-driven, fueled by the dedication of individuals who give their time and heart to share the magic of live theatre with the people of the panhandle. We are guided by a dedicated board of 17 people who handle everything behind the scenes, from directing and costuming shows to running the box office, creating marketing materials, keeping the concession stand running, managing finances, and providing outreach. Our leadership team includes Mitch Tharp as President, Beau Hawkins as Vice President, Logan Halliburton as Recording Secretary, Ernie Garcia as Corresponding Secretary, and Elvia Hernandez as Treasurer.
Guymon is a special place that so many people call home, whether they were born and raised here or moved from far away. To us, community means a group of people who uplift and support one another no matter what they are going through. We take immense pride in being an organization where people from all walks of life can come together, share in something special, and gain a true sense of belonging that feels just like family.
We also have some exciting productions right around the corner and would love to see you in the building. Our upcoming performance of Shrek The Musical will run from November 13th through the 15th and November 20th through the 22nd, with showtimes on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00 PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM. Admission for all shows is $15. Additionally, everyone should be on the lookout for upcoming audition information for Matilda, which will be performed in April of 2027.
To help us keep these productions possible, we are extremely grateful for our partnership with the Nash Foundation, which allows our supporters to make an even bigger impact. For every single dollar donated to the theatre, the Nash Foundation matches it with two dollars. This means that if someone donates $100, they are essentially contributing $300 to our organization because the Nash Foundation adds a $200 match.
Above all, we want to thank our community for everything you do to keep the love of live theatre going strong for people of all ages. None of this would be possible without your continued support, enthusiasm, and patronage!
